Rain Bird 1401 0.25 GPM Pressure-Compensating Bubbler
Brand: Rain Bird | SKU: 1401
Product Overview
Water around trees, shrubs or flowers with the 1401’s fixed 0.25 gpm output. Its full-circle trickle discharge offers the lowest flow of these three models. Choose the flow rate to suit the planting and watering plan rather than treating every 1400 Series bubbler as interchangeable.
Key Features
- Fixed 0.25 gpm flow; not adjustable.
- Full-circle trickle discharge.
- Pressure compensation over the 20–90 psi operating range.
- Supplied SR-050 inlet screen helps intercept debris.
Common Uses
- Localized watering in tree and shrub planting areas.
- Replacing a matching fixed-flow bubbler on a threaded riser.
Technical Specifications
- Model: 1401
- Rated flow: 0.25 gpm
- Pattern: full-circle trickle
- Operating pressure: 20–90 psi
- Manufacturer spacing range: 1–3 feet at proper nozzle pressure
- Inlet: 1/2-inch female thread
- Construction: plastic and rubber
Dimensions
Height: 1 inch. Top diameter: 1 inch. Inlet: 1/2-inch female thread.
Compatibility & Installation Notes
Mount on a matching 1/2-inch male riser. Use a PA80 adapter for compatible Rain Bird spray bodies. Flush the supply before fitting the bubbler and retain the inlet screen. Check pressure at the nozzle and adjust watering duration to suit soil absorption.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 1401 adjustable?
No. 1401 has a fixed rated flow of 0.25 gpm; choose a different model if the design requires another output.
What connection does it use?
The inlet has a 1/2-inch female thread for a matching male riser.
What pressure does it need?
The operating range is 20–90 psi at the bubbler. Pressure compensation works within that range.
Why Buy from Big Frog Supply?
Choose 1401 for a planting location that calls for a fixed 0.25 gpm trickle. Its output is half the 1402’s, so check the required watering volume before replacing a higher-flow bubbler. The 1/2-inch female inlet fits a matching male riser.
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